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Allergies are one of the common asthma triggers and can significantly impact a child’s health. With professional Atlanta allergy testing and treatment, many of the worst symptoms can be prevented. In addition, taking preventive steps could also play a vital role in protecting your child from allergic asthma.
Tips for Preventing Allergic Asthma in Children
There is substantial evidence that suggests that allergies and asthma run in families. Children with one or more parents who have some form of allergic disease are far more likely to develop the conditions themselves; however, it may not be inevitable. There are steps that you can take to reduce your child’s chances of developing allergies or asthma.
Food Allergies
The most common food allergens include nuts, fish, shellfish, dairy, eggs, wheat, and soy. The severity of these allergies can range from mild to life-threatening anaphylaxis. Evidence suggests that restricting potentially allergenic foods during pregnancy or while nursing does not offer any benefit in preventing allergies. Whenever possible, women are encouraged to breastfeed their infants for at least the first four to six months. Breast milk is easy to digest, strengthens the baby’s immune system, and is the least likely to trigger an allergic reaction. If breastfeeding is not possible, it is best to choose a hydrolyzed infant formula that is hypoallergenic.
You can start introducing single-ingredient baby foods when your child is between four and six months of age. It is best to add foods one at a time starting with foods that have the lowest potential for triggering an allergic reaction, including
- Apples
- Pears
- Bananas
- Sweet Potatoes
- Squash
- Carrots
- Green Vegetables
- Rice
- Oat Cereal
Add a new food every three to five days. This will allow you to identify and eliminate specific foods that may trigger an allergy in your child. You can introduce eggs, nuts, and shellfish during this same time after adding the less potentially allergic foods.
Environmental Allergens
Using allergen-impermeable mattress covers, washing bedding frequently, eliminating carpet, and keeping indoor humidity below 50 percent may help prevent or control allergies to dust mites. Recent research suggests that early exposure to animals, especially cats and dogs, may delay or prevent the development of pet dander allergies. Making sure that your child is not exposed to tobacco smoke before or after birth can significantly reduce their chances of developing allergies, asthma, and other respiratory conditions.
Additional Allergic Asthma Prevention Tips
While it is simply not possible to completely prevent allergic asthma, several steps can help reduce risk and manage your child’s symptoms. Take a look at the following helpful tips.
- Keep windows closed during high pollen seasons to prevent allergic rhinitis symptoms.
- Use chemical-free, natural cleaning products in the home.
- Speak to an allergist about environmental and food allergy treatment options.
- Promote a healthy diet and regular exercise based on professional guidance.
- Get regular health checkups and be aware of common allergic asthma symptoms.
Proper Diagnosis, Prevention and Treatment Can Help Manage Asthma
If you suspect that your child has asthma, it is important to consult an allergist or immunologist as soon as possible for the proper diagnosis and treatment. Schedule an appointment with Chacko Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center at one of our clinic locations in Alpharetta, Atlanta, Canton, Cumming, Druid Hills, Duluth and Johns Creek. Call us at (678) 668–4688.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1589246271665{padding-top: 0px !important;}”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”inside-sidebar-right”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1589920311046{padding-bottom: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”recent-reviews”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row_content_no_spaces”][vc_column][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”map-section”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
